Carp Baiting Poles

Some swims are too tight to cast into, and bait boats are not allowed on every water. Baiting poles, extra sections, spoons and prodding sticks are listed here at their lowest in-stock prices from reputable online tackle shops, so eTackle shows you where each one costs least today.

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Each listing shows how many reputable online tackle shops stock the item, and the price shown is the cheapest of those in-stock offers. Reviewed products also carry an eTackle score.

Complete baiting pole kits sit here beside the extra sections, spoons, bungs and bags that go with them, along with prodding sticks for checking the bottom before you bait.

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How a Baiting Pole Works

A baiting pole is a long pole built from push-together sections with a spoon on the end. You load the spoon with bait or a rig, push it out to the spot and tip it over, so the rig lands exactly where you want it without a cast.

It suits margins, snaggy swims and spots under overhanging trees.

Length and Extra Sections

Most kits reach around 15m, and extra sections let you add length a little at a time. Buoyant sections and bungs help a long pole float if it slips from your hands.

Check that any extra section or spoon is made for your pole before you buy.

Baiting Poles or Bait Boats

A baiting pole is silent and needs no batteries, which makes it a good choice on waters that ban boats. A boat reaches further, but it costs more and needs charging.

If a boat suits your water better, our best bait boats guide compares the options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a baiting pole used for?

It places a rig and a little bait on an exact spot without casting. Anglers use one for margins, snags and swims where a cast would spook the fish.

How long should a baiting pole be?

Most anglers find around 15m covers the spots they cannot reach accurately by hand. Extra sections add length if you need to reach further.

Do baiting poles float?

Some sections are buoyant and bungs can be fitted to others, so a dropped pole is easier to recover. Check the listing to see which sections float.

What is a prodding stick?

It is a pole used to feel the bottom in the margins or while wading. It tells you whether a spot is silty, weedy or firm before you place a rig there.

Can I use a baiting pole at night?

Yes, many spoons take an isotope or light so you can see where the pole is in the dark. Place the rig and bait in daylight first if the swim is new to you.